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How does the pattern of a PVC conveyor belt affect the load?

Nov 30, 2025

1. Diamond Pattern:

The raised height is typically 2-5mm, increasing friction by increasing the contact area, suitable for medium to high loads (such as food processing and logistics sorting).

However, excessively high patterns (>5mm) may cause localized wear due to stress concentration; a balance between anti-slip and durability is necessary.

2. Lawn/Ice Flower Pattern:

Fine textures (1-3mm high) provide uniform anti-slip, suitable for light loads (such as packaging lines and electronic component conveying).

When the load exceeds 3kW, slippage can easily occur due to compression deformation of the texture.

3. Flat Pattern:

The unpatterned design has the lowest coefficient of friction, only suitable for light loads (<500kg/m) and horizontal conveying scenarios.

Increased loads require tension compensation, but this will accelerate bearing wear.

Selection Recommendations:

1. Light Load (<3kW): Prioritize lawn pattern, balancing cleanliness and anti-slip properties.

2. Medium to high load (3-10kW): Choose a diamond pattern, ensuring the pattern height matches the belt thickness.

3. Heavy load (>10kW): Requires a V-belt or synchronous belt; the pattern is only for auxiliary anti-slip purposes.

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